Taiwan increases coast guard patrols around outlying islands amid Chinese vessel presence before new president's inauguration.
Taiwan's coast guard has increased patrols around its outlying islands ahead of the inauguration of Taiwan's new president, Lai Ching-te. This comes amid increased presence of Chinese vessels around Taiwan's outlying islands, which China claims as part of its territory. Taiwan's coast guard administration has sent personnel to patrol the major outlying islands of Kinmen, Matsu, and Penghu to ensure security and border safety during the inauguration ceremony.
May 18, 2024
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